Service was great Pancakes were great with blueberries & a pair of eggs on top Everybody was very welcoming!! read more

Walking into this restaurant you were instantly greeted by staff and directed to sit wherever you were comfortable. The restaurant itself gave off that small town vibe and welcoming vibe. The menu was chock full of delicious sounding food. I had the chipped beef on a biscuit with homefries and iced tea. This meal was nothing short of amazing! The only thing I feel I should note is there are sign everywhere that they only accept cash or local check. No apple/google pay, no credit/debit cards read more

Martha's Diner - Chipped beef on biscuit with homefries - A white oval plate holds chipped beef on a biscuit with gravy and homefries topped with ketchup, placed on a gray speckled countertop. - American Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

Super old school, retro diner. No thrills but very friendly staff and the food was good. Would recommend if you're on the go and want a tasty, healthy sized portion meal for the road or pre-hike. read more

Martha's Diner - A breakfast plate featuring fried eggs, crispy bacon, roasted potatoes, and toasted bread at Martha's Diner, with a glass of orange juice and a coffee mug nearby. - American Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

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Great prices, classic breakfast that satisfies the hunger cravings, and cool retro decor make this spot a great option! I got the Sullivan (BEC) omelette which has a ton of bacon and cheese inside! The toast was buttered and toasted to perfection. We tried both the blueberry and raspberry pies with ice cream on top as well; would recommend the blueberry over the raspberry personally (was sweet and not overpoweringly tart). The waitresses were so nice and funny! read more

When ever we visit Lubec this is our breakfast stop when we head for home. Found it on Yelp and are glad we did. The corn beef hash is delicious. A great local place for breakfast. The coffee is excellent. Always crowded. A good sign. read more

Food is home cooked. No frills, just home cooking. Diner has a menu and specials of the day. read more

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We always search out diners when traveling as they usually have good food. This place is no exception. The decor is very cute, with old TV and movie memorabilia. You seat yourself and a friendly server brought us menus. Breakfast is huge here, but I wanted lunch and they had enough items for me to make a good choice. They offered a ham and cheese sandwich and our server fortunately told me it was cold. I dislike cold sandwiches. She willingly offered to have it grilled. Yay for her! The sandwich came with chips, coleslaw and a pickle. We didn't wait long at all. The sandwich was real ham, not deli meat and was super tender. Great sandwich and great service. Definitely worth our stop for a simple fare after eating lobster for days. read more

Martha's Diner - American Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

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We visited Martha's on a recent trip to Maine. There was a little bit of a wait on a Sunday morning but we were seated at the bar promptly which overlooks the kitchen. This place was dirty to me. Everything felt sticky and messy. It seemed like there was stuff everywhere. We felt a bit out of place as it seemed like everyone knew each other. While waiting to order we watched an employee (maybe owner/manager) handle cash at the register and then use bare hands to handle cookies without washing hands in between. :-/ We ordered coffee and OJ. My coffee mug was dirty and I had to ask for another mug. I ordered the house sandwich and my husband ordered the eggs Benedict. My sandwich had a piece of ham but it was missing something. (Like a sauce instead of mayo) My husband's eggs Benedict was lacking in flavor also. The potatoes were just ok. Overall it was an ok stop but we didn't really feel welcome and the food handling practices seemed lacking. read more

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If you're in the area you gotta stop by! Been family owned by Peter and Martha since 2004. Carol was my server and she was a delightful person to talk too. The vibes are amazing, I sat at the bar top that has about 5 seats and got to watch the cooks and the owner prep and cook everyone's food in their open kitchen concept. It's exactly what you want in a diner, great atmosphere, great service, and great prices for food. Can't say enough! Make sure to stop and get some food! read more

Martha's Diner - Eggs and home fries - A breakfast plate with scrambled eggs and home fries is placed on a counter at Martha's Diner, with condiments and a busy kitchen in the background. - American Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

Thought we would eat here, but not to be. No one ever greeted us. Lots of empty tables, but all dirty. We finally sat down at an empty table, and a waitress passed us several times, but never spoke. No, I'll get that cleaned in just a minute, no, I'll be right with you, nothing at all. We waited a bit longer and finally just left. The place didn't look very clean or appetizing, , but there aren't many choices. We settled for McDonald's. read more

Swung by the diner after dropping our truck for service. There was plenty of parking up front but for sure it will get packed during rush hours. Very quaint interior with regulars dining or waiting to be seated. We were seated in the back and was served promptly. Make sure not to miss the special of the day board. I ordered steak and eggs, my go to and it was done just right. The waitress was super helpful and our coffee were topped off every time. read more

Atmosphere - If you are looking for a modern, slick looking setting, you will be very disappointed. However, if you are interested in an authentic, small town diner, this is the place for you. The place is very small (a dozen four-tops)? The ambiance is from the 60s and the staff is very friendly. Service - Very good. Our service was very nice and attentive. Food - Very good.. I had a grilled ham and cheese on homemade white bread. It tasted as though it was homemade (and I mean this in the best way) and was very tasty. Overall Value - very good. This would be my go to place to eat if I lived in the area. read more

Martha's Diner - Grilled Ham n Cheese - A toasted ham and cheese sandwich on whole wheat bread served with a pickle spear on a red plastic plate. - American Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

CASH ONLY! Good breakfast food. Pleasant staff and cute diner environment. It really felt like a local place.

This place such a little gem. Very traditional, classic diner with good coffee and incredible food. I come here atleast once a week. The servers are friendly and amazing. Pete, the owner, is super cool. I've never had a bad meal here. It is cash only and there can be a wait sometimes but it's worth it. Any review that mentions it being d or "needing an update" are from people who don't understand diners. read more

CASH ONLY! We stopped in for breakfast after leaving Bar Harbor today. It was packed, and seemed a little short-handed. But the food was amazing! We had blueberry pancakes, waffles, omelettes, eggs, etc. Their ham is delicious. It's not your usual restaurant ham. The potatoes were awesome- hand cut, skillet fried potatoes- nothing from a bag here. I will definitely be back when in the area! read more

Stopped here for breakfast wait staff was amazing friendly. The food was fabulous! There are so many great choices we need to come back. read more

Martha's Diner - Egg Benny.....Fabulous, great friendly waitstaff. Highly recommend! My only complaint, so many choices I have to come back. Ha ha - Eggs Benedict featuring ham, poached eggs, and hollandaise sauce on toasted English muffins, served with roasted potatoes on a red plate. - American Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

Tasty food! Best eggs benedict - ham slice was almost 2 inches thick and delicious. Also they had a 1/2 available. Very quaint! Only acceptable cash!! Would give more stars if possible. read more

awful, smelly, hot, flies everywhere. the decor and lighting gave me a migraine. 1/2 the order never came to the table. a total mess. only upside was the ll bean outlet across the street. read more

What a find! This terrific little diner has it all. A great casual ambience that favors Americana, Lucille Ball, Elvis Presley and more. We loved The Beach Boys tour poster on the wall! An open kitchen diner where you can see a perfectly seasoned grill. The owner and the servers greet you warmly as if you were family when you come in. The food was incredible. So darn good. Each bite makes you feel like you are in your grandmother's kitchen. The home fries were just perfectly grilled. The eggs were not overly cooked -- an all too common occurrence. Our party had the ham and eggs with cheese special, a blueberry muffin that was slightly seared on the grill, two blueberry pancakes and the freshest Crabmeat Benedict. In fact, the Benedict was so fresh it was flirting with us. The homemade toast was soaked in butter and still crisp. Our server Carol was incredibly friendly and helpful. Her smile was infectious. She showed us the specials and answered all of our questions without hesitation. The owner checked us out and was genuinely concerned that we enjoyed our breakfast. We would return here again in a heartbeat! read more

Martha's Diner - a cup of coffee on a table - A coffee mug with Martha's Diner logo and a menu featuring the diner's name and offerings are on a table at Martha's Diner. - American Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

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What a fun place! Really busy, but they kept the line moving and service was efficient. Matt was our server and very speedy and attentive to everyone - great to see someone with so much energy! The food was very good. My husband had the blueberry pancakes with real maple syrup - heavenly (he shared a little with me). I hade the LaMoine omelette and it was tasty and plentiful. The fun part is the 1950's memorabilia all around and the classic diner decor. A bit of a wait to get in as the place is small, but worth it and filled with local patrons. I had wanted to take pictures, but the food looked so good, we started to eat before I remembered! read more

After my first visit to Martha's Diner 3 years ago, it remains my go-to for anyone seeking a breakfast spot in the Ellsworth area. The food is soooo good! From freshly made muffins to yummy omelets to the most amazing crab benedict. If visiting on a day when crab and cheddar quiche is on the menu, don't think twice, just order it - you'll be glad you did! The staff are wonderful - efficient, friendly, and quick with a laugh. I stopped by today, with Paula as my server. Thank you Paula for being so kind and making my day so much brighter than when I first arrived. Thank you, Martha's Diner - you are a real gem! read more

Great breakfast and service. We were full and well pleased with tasty meal. The waitress was quick and has a pleasant personality.

Solid breakfast place! CASH ONLY. Got the eggs Benedict and they were good, the piece of ham was pretty thick.

Really good eggs Benedict. Awesome old time booths and feel. Home fries are well done. Staff has fun and works hard. Great breakfast spot.

Great Maine breakfast !!! Blueberry pancakes were literally a plateful and bursting with blueberries. read more

Martha's Diner - Nuff said - A blueberry pancake with syrup, partially eaten, on a red plate at Martha's Diner, with a fork, a cup, and a glass of dark beverage in the background. - American Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

Came in during their lunch time and a lot of locals were eating already. The ambiance was like an old dinner where everyone knows everyone. The food arrived popping hot and our server was great. Looks are deceiving, I definitely recommend this place for great amazing food. FYI, cash only. read more

Martha's Diner - Eggs and things. - A breakfast plate featuring fried eggs, diced potatoes with ketchup, and pork chunks, with a coffee mug and condiments in the background. - American Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

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There was a line at the door, but went quick. The server was very friendly. Our food arrived and was delicious. The reviews of this place don't lie. read more

The people here are absolute gems. My friends and I were driving from Bar Harbor to Portland during a trip from NYC and stopped here for brunch. It was slightly chilly out, and I asked them if they could accommodate outdoor dining (I brought my doggo). While they didn't have it set up, they brought out the tables, chairs, etc just for us! So nice. On top of that, the nice lady brought water for my doggo before I even asked, and checked on us regularly. The food was all delicious: blueberry pancakes, corned beef hash, crab Benedict special, and the toast with blueberry jam. I enjoyed the hash and the blueberry pancakes, but those are more "standard" fare that can be found at other brunch places in Maine, so can skip if you're interested in other dishes. Make sure you upgrade the toast and jam -- it's worth it! Aside from that one, my favorite was the crab Benedict: flavorful and packed with crab. If this is being served, I consider this a must get. While it was empty when we arrived (we got there decently early), it filled up quickly and there was a wait by the middle of our meal. A great option in the area! Would definitely go back if I'm doing the drive again. read more

Martha's Diner - Crab Benedict (special), blueberry pancakes, corned beef hash, toast with blueberry jam - American Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

There is a wait outside for a reason. The service and food are both excellent. If you are in your way to Acadia then you need to stop by.

I enjoyed my breakfast at Martha's diner. But I have to say it could use a little sprucing up.

Food was delicious! Ate all the egg omelette it had everything in there . The cut up potatoes was a bit to much to eat of. Breakfast took forever to get to our table. So waiting was . Heads up bring Cash with you (ONLY accept CASH) there is an ATM nearby if forgotten. Server was . Price was reasonable. read more

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Great place for breakfast in the area. Nice selection of traditional American breakfast plus home made bread and nice coffee! No AC in the place, be aware and only cash is accepted for payment. Apart from that great breakfast! read more

Martha's Diner - Eggs Benedict with huge chunks of Maine ham. - Two Eggs Benedict dishes with ham and hollandaise sauce on a red plate, accompanied by diced potatoes in the background. - American Near Me - Ellsworth, Maine

Old school diner. Not the fanciest place (as to be expected) but the food was great. I'd recommend the blueberry pancakes!

My family had to catch this place when it opened on Wednesday as we were in the BH /Ellsworth area since Sunday. What a delicious and filling breakfast. Server was super friendly and kept the coffee refills coming while we waited. That was probably the only negative with this place but not enough to take away any stars from them. It was clearly noted when we stepped inside that they were short staffed and they were a cash transaction operation only. Food was worth the wait. If you come, definitely get the corn beef hash and go for their home made bread!!! read more

Everything was excellent, from the service to the food. Definitely would highly recommend! read more

Conveniently located on the way to Acadia National Park, Martha's Diner seems like a good spot based on reviews alone. It sits on a small shopping strip and seems to be a local's hangout. I ordered a big breakfast and also a single pancake (hungry!). Eggs sunny side up were cooked perfectly, I picked kielbasa for a meat, it was all greasy and salty, typical diner food that hits the spot. I couldn't finish my pancake but I was able to take it on the road with some VT maple syrup. So, that was good food, the coffee was also good, all typical diner food that I remember from my travels up north. But, the added bonus is to sit at the counter and hang out with total strangers. Everyone talking to each other, no one cares who is who, it's all family. And speaking of family, lots of desserts that are home made, and I really wanted to take some with me but it was only me, so it would just go to waste. All in all, great food, great ambiance, home food, and good prices. I can't remember if this is a cash only place, but it may have been. read more

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Most delicious breakfast in an old school homey atmosphere. you will be well cared for here. Specials everyday. Had crab eggs Benedict with very fresh crab and perfectly poached eggs. Had raspberry muffin with perfect amount of fresh raspberries -- saw them come off the trays after fresh cooking. Service from Carol and Peter is warm and with a smile. THE BEST!! read more

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From a quick wait, they were super busy but we never felt rushed. I had their omelette and my husband had their pancakes . Both meals were excellent and well prepared. Tried to buy a mug but they were all out. Friendly service and great food. read more

This is a hidden gem in Ellsworth! It's like stepping back in time. It reminds me of a classic 50s diner! The service is fantastic. It's perfect for families! They play a mix of music, which is fun and not too loud! Check out the specials when you arrive! Everything is so good! Be sure you have cash. They don't take cards. read more

Good food. Long waits... We waited just over 45 minutes for an omelette and breakfast sandwich. Disappointing. read more